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P1031 PSA - Fault in the variable valve lift system : Mechanical blockage

Manufacturer-specific interpretation for PSA. All interpretations of P1031

P · PowertrainEngineOBD2

What P1031 means

P1031
Fault in the variable valve lift system : Mechanical blockage PSA · engine Data confidence 72%

The control module detected the fault condition "Mechanical blockage" for the Fault in the variable valve lift system. Documented for the Bosch MED 17.4.x engine ECU (EP6 THP family) on Peugeot applications; the same PSA control units are also fitted to Citroën models.

Applies to Peugeot Bosch MED 17.4.x engine ECU (EP6 THP family)
P1031
Fault in the variable valve lift system : Mechanical blockage PSA · engine Data confidence 72%

The control module detected the fault condition "Mechanical blockage" for the Fault in the variable valve lift system. Documented for the Bosch MEV17.4 engine ECU (EP6 1.6 VTi) on Peugeot applications; the same PSA control units are also fitted to Citroën models.

Applies to Peugeot Bosch MEV17.4 engine ECU (EP6 1.6 VTi)

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1031

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

Manufacturer-defined range: the meaning can differ between brands.

031

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1031

What does P1031 mean?

Fault in the variable valve lift system : Mechanical blockage. The control module detected the fault condition "Mechanical blockage" for the Fault in the variable valve lift system. Documented for the Bosch MED 17.4.x engine ECU (EP6 THP family) on Peugeot applications; the same PSA control units are also fitted to Citroën models.

Is P1031 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1031 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: PSA. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

Can TuningBot remove P1031 at file level?

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